Foundation Watering
DON’T GET IN DEEP WATER WITH YOUR FOUNDATION
Foundation Watering Systems – Dallas Fort Worth Foundation Irrigation
Foundation repair is a huge business in Dallas – Fort Worth! This is due to the fact that most of our homes are built on expansive clay soil. During the hot summer months, the lack of moisture causes the soil surrounding your home’s foundation to shrink. You may notice voids or gaps beneath your concrete slab. Soil pulling away from the concrete slab is an indication that your home requires a type of drip irrigation known as a foundation watering system. Remember, the key to foundation stabilization is BALANCE. Too much or too little moisture can lead to major foundation damage.
Don’t become a statistic in the BILLION DOLLAR foundation industry.
Foundation movement is inevitable in all homes, but especially in North Texas. The presence of expansive clay soil throughout DFW,
combined with seasonal moisture fluctuations put homeowners at an increased risk of excessive foundation movement
There Are Two Types Of Damage That Occur From
Foundation Movement:
Cosmetic
Smaller, less-noticeable hairline cracks around doors and windows. More or less apparent, depending on the season.
Structural
Non-operational doors, window separation and/or larger cracks in the foundation, walls and brick.
What Is The Biggest Contributing Factor To The Excessive Movement Of Foundations?
The supporting clay soils beneath most of our homes expand and contract with moisture, similar to how a sponge reacts to water.
WHAT’S THE SOLUTION?
This soil expansion and contraction process can be minimized by maintaining:
Proper Drainage
The right drainage around the
home during the rainy season
Balanced Moisture
Balanced soil moisture around
and beneath the home
EVERY DROP COUNTS
Since 1971, everyone on our Lee Engineering team has dedicated themselves to being leaders in irrigation, drainage, foundation preservation and
water conservation technologies. As the pioneering foundation watering system company in Texas, we have applied our expertise in structural forensics to develop the ideal foundation watering system designed to minimize the movement of home foundations across North Texas.
LEE ENGINEERING FOUNDATION WATERING SYSTEM
Concentrated specific moisture rates at the
foundation increase foundation stabilization
TRADITIONAL
SPRINKLER SYSTEM
Unbalanced, low yield moisture rates
can lead to foundation movement.
WHAT YOU DO TODAY WILL AFFECT YOUR FOUNDATION TOMORROW
At Lee Engineering, we always recommend homeowners have a plan to maintain the integrity of their home’s foundation.
Here are a few crucial steps to help minimize foundation movement:
1
Implement a foundation
watering system around
your home to maintain
consistent soil moisture
levels year round.
watering system around
your home to maintain
consistent soil moisture
levels year round.
2
Water trees and shrubs
during extended
dry periods to avoid
excessive soil moisture
loss around your home.
during extended
dry periods to avoid
excessive soil moisture
loss around your home.
3
Ensure proper soil grading
around your home to
maintain positive
drainage away from the
foundation.
around your home to
maintain positive
drainage away from the
foundation.
4
Install a roof guttering
system to control soil
erosion and reduce the
concentration of water
near the foundation.
system to control soil
erosion and reduce the
concentration of water
near the foundation.
Want To Learn More About Foundation Watering In Dallas Fort Worth?
Check out our recent blogs on foundation watering systems:
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FOUNDATION CONCERNS?
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Custom Designed FOUNDATION Watering System
For over 50 years, LEE has delivered long-lasting, quality solutions for homeowners in need. With an engineer-trained team, you can trust us to design and install a foundation watering system that ensures the moisture content around the foundation stays constant, your lawn stays green and you keep more of your hard earned money in your wallet.